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Robie house restoration fund kicks off in Hyde Park
A $250000 drive launches Monday at the Robie house 5757 Woodlawn with Mayor Daley speaking. University of Chicago President George W Beadle will receive title from Webb and Knapp head William Zeckendorf. The project aims to restore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie style home and reopen it to architecture enthusiasts after updates to wiring heating and windows.
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Commission On Chicago Architectural Landmarks